Jim O'Connor/US PresswireLeon Washington and the rest of the Jets starters will play just one series in the the preseason finale against the Eagles Thursday night.

If you're hoping to check out Mark Sanchez, Leon Washington, Kris Jenkins or any of the Jets starters, make sure you get to the Meadowlands early. The Jets first-team offense and defense are expected to play just one series in the preseason finale against the Philadelphia Eagles.

DE Mike Devito (hamstring) and newly acquired TE Ben Hartsock are not in uniform.

For the Eagles, injured offensive lineman Todd Herremans is not in uniform.

Jets' linebacker Vernon Gholston, who showed flashes in last week's preseason game against the Giants, will play a bit longer. Last year's first-round pick will start for the suspended Calvin Pace in Week 1.

Chansi Stuckey has locked up the No. 2 WR spot, but David Clowney and Brad Smith could still play key roles. Clowney, who didn't have a pass thrown at him last week after shining in the first two preseason games, will likely get a fair amount of playing time.

Britt Davis and Aundrae Allison will be fighting for the finale WR spot on the team. (Roster must be trimmed to 53 by Saturday at 4 p.m.)

Rutgers product Jamaal Westerman has already made the team. The undrafted rookie has impressed coaches with his versatility at inside and outside linebacker. He'll play an important role in the Jets' sub packages early on, using his pass rushing skills on third downs.

Just because punter Reggie Hodges doesn't have any competition in the roster - the Jets cut P Glenn Pakulak - doesn't mean the veteran has job security. If Hodges bombs Thursday, expect the Jets to bring in another punter.

Commissioner Roger Goodell cleared Michael Vick on Thursday to play beginning Week 3 of the regular season. Goodell met with the controversial Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Thursday before making the decision a few hours before the game.

Vick, who was released from federal custody in July after an 18-month prison stint for his role in a dogfighting ring, is expected to play in the first half (likely in Wildcat formations) and take over at quarterback in the second half.

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